Inder Singh, an Assam Rifles jawan, was killed in an explosion at Manipur’s Chandel district on Monday. He was on patrolling duty at Maha Mani village when the improvised explosive device exploded around 6.15 am.

Tribune News Service

Mandi, November 14

The world of Mandi soldier’s family came crashing down when the news of his death reached his village. Inder Singh, an Assam Rifles jawan, was killed in an explosion at Manipur’s Chandel district on Monday. He was on patrolling duty at Maha Mani village when the improvised explosive device exploded around 6.15 am.The blast claimed the lives of two Assam Rifles jawans and left six injured.Inder’s family at Pandoh village in Mandi district was inconsolable. The martyr’s wife and mother said he was the lone bread-winner as his father had died long ago. His seven-year-old son had no idea what was happening in the house. Relatives were seen consoling the family. His wife said life would never be the same as tears rolled down her cheeks. Though the family is proud of Inder’s sacrifice, it will be difficult for them to come to terms with the loss.The family and relatives are waiting for the body which will be brought by road from Pathankot.Deputy Commissioner, Mandi, Madan Chauhan said the body was expected to arrive here on Wednesday morning and the cremation would be done the same day. He added that the district administration would provide every possible help to the family.